For Think Tanks & Policy Organisations

Power smarter policy with real-time economic insight

Join leading think tanks already using The Data City to uncover emerging sectors, strengthen policy research, and turn insight into influence.

The Data City gives Think Tanks clarity

Think tanks shape the future, but many are held back by outdated tools and messy data.

The Data City replaces legacy classifications, fragmented sources and manual workflows with one platform built for modern policy work. Get the clarity to move faster, publish stronger, and stay relevant in a shifting landscape.

 

Start with stronger evidence

Think tanks need data they can trust. Our platform brings real-time insight on over 9 million UK companies – including financials, growth signals, funding and labour market data, all in one place. Cut manual work and publish faster, sharper research that matters.

See what others miss

The economy is evolving fast — but most datasets haven’t caught up. Access 400+ Real-Time Industry Classifications (RTICs) and explore sectors overlooked by SIC codes, including the UK’s priority IS-8 industries like Advanced Manufacturing, Life Sciences and others driving future growth.

What our customers say

  • “The data helps people tell the stories they want to tell.”

    Owen Garling
    Knowledge Transfer Facilitator, The Bennett Institute for Public Policy

  • “If you want a more dynamic and innovative view of your economy, you should definitely consider The Data City.”

    Professor Delma Dwight
    Director, Midlands Engine Observatory

  • “The Data City provided us with a better way to understand the economy and niche sectors that were developing within Glasgow City region.”

    Christina Kopanou
    Principal Economist, Glasgow City Region

  • “The Data City offers a solution that’s more representative of the current environment.”
    Andrew McPhillips

    Andrew McPhillips
    Chief Economist, Northern Powerhouse Partnership

  • “We support the use of the innovative technology at The Data City as a force for good, as we help emerging sectors and existing companies in the recovery from COVID-19”

    James Lewis
    Deputy Mayor, West Yorkshire

  • “It fills quite a big gap in the current understanding of how economies can function.”

    Josh Stott
    Head of Steer Economic Development

  • “The major value add is the building of real-time industry classifications.”

    Raquel Ortega-Argilés
    Professor of Regional Economic Development at Alliance Manchester Business School